"peace, peaceful"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Salomon
Pronunciation: [ s-AL-uhm-uhn ]
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The biblical king of wisdom, spelled with elegance
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"his peace"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Salomon
Salomon is the Spanish, French, and Germanic spelling of Solomon, derived from the Hebrew Shlomo, rooted in 'shalom' meaning peace. King Solomon, son of David, was renowned in the Bible for his divine wisdom and as the builder of the First Temple in Jerusalem. The name spread throughout the world via the Bible and Quran, and Salomon remains the preferred spelling in Romance-language countries and among Sephardic Jewish communities.
Salomon has maintained steady use in Spanish-speaking and Jewish communities for centuries. The name is experiencing renewed interest as parents embrace heritage names with timeless gravitas.
King Solomon is venerated across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam as the embodiment of wisdom. In Ethiopian Jewish (Beta Israel) communities, Solomon is revered as an ancestor of their royal line. The Song of Solomon is a beloved biblical text.
Historical Record
Salomon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,164 babies have been named Salomon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Salomon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,855 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- King Solomon is credited with writing Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon
- Solomon appears in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic scripture as a prophet and king
- Salomon Brothers was one of Wall Street's most powerful investment banks in the 20th century
Salomon in Other Languages
Arabic
سليمان
French
Salomon
German
Salomo
Hebrew
שְׁלֹמֹה
Amharic
ሰሎሞን
Spanish
Salomón
Popularity Over Time
#1,855
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Salomon
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Salomón Huerta
Artist
1965
Mexican-American painter known for large-scale portraits of figures viewed from behind
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Salomon de Rothschild
Business
1774
Founder of the Vienna branch of the Rothschild banking dynasty
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King Solomon
Royalty
Biblical king of Israel famed for wisdom, wealth, and building the First Temple in Jerusalem
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,855
- Total SSA Count
- 87
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Spanish French German Ethiopian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Sal
Sol
Salo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Salomon
What does the name Salomon mean?
"peace, peaceful" (from Hebrew). "his peace" (from Hebrew). Salomon is the Spanish, French, and Germanic spelling of Solomon, derived from the Hebrew Shlomo, rooted in 'shalom' meaning peace. King Solomon, son of David, was renowned in the Bible for his divine wisdom and as the builder of the First Temple in Jerusalem. The name spread throughout the world via the Bible and Quran, and Salomon remains the preferred spelling in Romance-language countries and among Sephardic Jewish communities.
What is the origin of the name Salomon?
Salomon has Hebrew, Jewish, Spanish, French, German, and Ethiopian origins. In Hebrew, it means "peace, peaceful". In Hebrew, it means "his peace".
Is Salomon a boy or girl name?
Salomon is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Salomon?
Salomon is pronounced s-AL-uhm-uhn.
How popular is the name Salomon?
Salomon is currently ranked #1855 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Salomon?
Common nicknames for Salomon include Sal, Sol, and Salo.
What are good middle names for Salomon?
Popular middle name pairings include Salomon James, Salomon David, Salomon Rafael, Salomon Emmanuel, Salomon Pierre, and Salomon Luis.
What are good sibling names for Salomon?
Names that pair well with Salomon as siblings include Miriam, Esther, Abraham, Isaac, Leah, and Rachel.
How many syllables does Salomon have?
Salomon has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Salomon a common or rare name?
Salomon is an uncommon name, ranked #1855 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Salomon
Salomon is a boy name with Jewish, Spanish, French, German, and Ethiopian origins . The name means "peace, peaceful" in Hebrew .
Salomon is currently ranked #1,855 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Salomon has 3 syllables and is pronounced s-AL-uhm-uhn, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Salomon include Sal, Sol, and Salo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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